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Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos

Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos You’ll Crave Every Weeknight

These Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos are a quick and customizable meal that's ready in just 30 minutes, ideal for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Taco Filling
  • 10 pieces Hard Taco Shells Essential for structure
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or lentils
  • 1 medium Onion (finely diced) Enhances flavor with sweetness
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic preferred
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Consider homemade for a personal twist
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce or Salsa Diced tomatoes or roasted red peppers can be alternatives
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese A Mexican blend is perfect
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded Lettuce Provides a refreshing crunch
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes Adds juiciness and color
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion Offers sharpness; finely diced
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Brings a fresh note
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Use Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Guacamole Add lime juice to keep it fresh
  • to taste Jalapeños Optional for spice

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • baking dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange taco shells in a baking dish.
  2. In a skillet, heat and brown ground beef with onion for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and taco seasoning, sauté for 1 minute.
  4. Stir in tomato sauce or salsa, simmer for approximately 5 minutes.
  5. Fill taco shells with beef mixture and top with shredded cheese.
  6. Bake for 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbling and golden.
  7. Add fresh toppings such as lettuce, tomatoes, and cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize your tacos with your choice of proteins and toppings for a personal touch.

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